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Avatar for BRAD BROWN ELECTRIC
BRAD BROWN ELECTRIC
4.8(
253
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"It went well. Some of the wall to fixture wiring had been previously updated, but most of the wiring running from attic to basement needed to be replaced and grounded fixtures all throughout. It was a big task. Brad mapped it all out days before starting the job. One thing Brad prides himself on is customer service, and he carried that out through the entire project. There was change orders, as well as punch list items, and he took care of all of them promptly and efficiently. Brad was on the job site most of the time, and when he wasn't he was in constant communication with his two crew members (both very nice fellows)."
Recessed Lighting
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+10

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for G.A. Electric
G.A. Electric
4.9(
63
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After doing some research, I had a preliminary view of what needed to be done and the cost of the material for the work. Then, I contacted 5 electricians to get written estimates for the work. Four of the electricians quoted a price that was more expensive than Glenn. One electrician suggested replacing my current 200 AMP, 30-circuit electrical panel that was maxed out at 38 circuits, with a 40-circuit panel thereby only gaining 2 additional slots. Another electrician suggested instead installing a 100 AMP, 20-circuit sub-panel, which was the correct recommendation, per my research. Glenn also suggested this approach, so I immediately knew that I was dealing with a straight shooter. While price was an important part of the decision making process for selecting an electrician, price was not the only reason I decided to go with Glenn. Of course, he had outstanding reviews on Angle’s list (A ratings only), but of all of the electricians, he was the MOST thorough and MOST detailed at exploring what needed to be done and he explained everything step by step ... he also asked a lot of questions and analyzed my current electrical setup before making a recommendation. He provided a very comprehensive recommendation with 3 different options for me to choose from that provided an efficient sub- panel set up that was also cost efficient, but all 3 recommendations solved my problem. I decided to go with a 100 AMP 20 circuit sub-panel that will provide me with plenty room to expand in the future. Glenn completed all work in 2 days and I was extremely pleased with the job he did. Not only is he extremely knowledgeable regarding his trade, he is also very professional, quite personable; a very nice person. It was a pleasure to work with him and as I told him after the job was completed, he will be "my electrician guy" going forward. I "highly" recommend Glenn ... simply put, he is OUTSTANDING!!"
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+3

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Brandon Electric Inc
Brandon Electric Inc
4.9(
1,504
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This Company is great. Brandon Electric, Inc.(215) 722-2988 They got back to me quick, next day estimate; work completed the very next week. Dom and Lou are the Techs who came out to update our electric wires and boxes. They are very professional, hard working and friendly. They cleaned up after and had respect for our property at all times. They also followed Covid restrictions in place in South Philly. Extremely pleased. we found them on Angie's List."
D-1 Baseball Academy LED Lights
D-1 Baseball Academy LED Lights
4" LED Recessed Lights
Under Cabinet Lighting
Commercial Fan

+61

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Your Electric Now Inc
Your Electric Now Inc
4.8(
226
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very pleased with the men who came out first thing they did was to cover their shoes with plastic before they came in.They were very knowledgeable, friendly did a great job putting up the fans,replaced the furniture and vacuum the area.If I need electrical work again that will be the first company I call, your electric now. Very Happy."
Electrical Panel
Recess lights
Under cabinet lights
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+4

Response time1 day
58 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for STAPLEFORD ELECTRIC
STAPLEFORD ELECTRIC
4.7(
86
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Electrical in an older home can be complicated. We had several people give outrageous estimates or never show up to do the work. Stapleford electric was prompt in providing an estimate and completed the work with quality. The cost for installing a new outlet and bracing for a large, heavy chandelier was fixed cost and other work was a time and materials rate. Both were reasonable and they knew what they were doing with the old style wiring. We had an additional expense to get plaster repaired separately but that would have been the case no matter who did the electrical work - they referred us to a master plasterer which was great. I have no reservations to recommend or use Stapleford again."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Generation 3 Electric & HVAC
4.7(
774
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We used Gen3 in the past for a small job and were pleased, so we decided to use them to replace our old knob and tube wiring. Our technicians were nice and friendly. But there were a lot of problems. They did not sufficiently clean up after the work they did each day. We had to clean up ourselves, and our home was full of dust and debris. The workers scratched our floor, dented some kitchen cabinets, took a chunk out of a wall, and did a sloppy job patching up the holes they made during the job. They missed one of our outlets, so we'll have to rewire that one ourselves. They damaged our outside flood lights, and we had to replace them. They did not label the circuits on the new sub-panel they installed. And, I'm sorry to write this, but they used our bathrooms every day for more than just urination. I felt like our home was abused."
Lighting Installation
Electrical Service and Installation
Wiring and Home Protection Devices
Roof Top Solar system
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+14

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
142 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Daryl Carter's Electrical Services
Daryl Carter's Electrical Services
4.7(
55
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Daryl is like the Sherlock Holmes of electricity and wiring. We had a difficult problem with old wiring, but he never gave up and figured it out! We highly recommend DC Electric."
Commercial tire shop
Commercial tire shop
Commercial tire shop
Commercial tire shop
Commercial tire shop

+1

Response time9 hrs
Response rate92%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Lights On Electric
Lights On Electric
5.0(
28
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Lights On Electric to run an underground line from the electric panel in my home to my new storage shed, 80 feet within the home and 100 feet buried conduit to the electric panel in the shed. This required a rental trencher and some difficult hand digging. The work was done in one day by Hank and Chris. They are able technicians and they did an excellent job. Hank and Chris are a pleasure to work with. I'm very happy with the results."
5 Gang Meter Installation
5 Gang Meter Installation
5 Gang Meter Installation
5 Gang Meter Installation
5 Gang Meter Installation

+9

Response time1 day
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by23%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Philadelphia, PA

Yes, a licensed electrician is essential for this project. Running an electrical service from the road to your house involves connecting to utility power lines, complying with national and local electrical codes, and safely handling high-voltage systems. 

Licensed professionals understand proper wire sizing, grounding requirements, and voltage drop calculations needed for safe installation. Most jurisdictions require permits and inspections that only certified professionals can obtain. The safety risks and potential for property damage make this project inappropriate for DIY attempts.

Overhead installations are less expensive than underground options. For a 1000-foot run, overhead service costs between $8,000 and $15,000, while underground service ranges from $10,000 to $25,000. 

Overhead lines require less labor and fewer materials since they don't need trenching or conduit. However, underground lines offer better protection from weather events and aesthetic benefits. Your decision should balance your budget constraints with long-term reliability and visual preferences.

You might need to upgrade your electrical panel depending on your power requirements. If your existing panel cannot handle the additional load from the extended service, upgrading to a 200-amp service (costing $750 to $2,000) may be necessary. 

A licensed electrician can evaluate your current system and determine if an upgrade is required. Factors include what you'll be powering at the end of the line, existing electrical demand, and whether voltage drop over the distance will affect performance.

Running electric service from the road to a house requires electrical permits from your local building department, costing between $500 and $2,000 depending on your location. You may also need excavation permits for trenching work if installing an underground service. Your utility company will have its own application process for connecting to its grid. A licensed electrical contractor can handle all the necessary permit applications as part of their service, ensuring your installation meets all local code requirements.

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